Luck or Learning? Questioning to Uncover Your Child's Understanding
"I don't really care about your right answer though." The confusion was back. I was pushing her past what she had always been
5 Ways to Make Goal Setting a Part of Your Family's 2018 Routine
New Year's has come, and our resolutions have been made. It seems that this time of year we become obsessed with improvement. It's a
Kick the Sight Word Slump!
Let's talk about fat stacks. If you are a paper fanatic, the smell may make you smile. Some parents can't even hold the stack with two...
Beating Homework Stress- A Guide
Nine simple tips for creating a stress-free homework routine.
Increase Your Family's Pleasure Reading With Edge Moments
I have been studying reading instruction and children's reading habits a lot lately. One trend that I have read about over and over in...
Asking Questions - Taking Reading to a WHOLE NOTHA LEVEL!
If you have been following the blog this month you might have noticed that I have been on a reading kick. All my posts this month have...
What should we do when we visit the library?
This may be one of my favorite posts, because the library is one of my FAVORITE places. I love going to tutor at the library and being at...
Math Puzzle Mania
Can I share with you something that I have been itching to scream from the rooftops? Math doesn't have to be boring!! There. I said it. I...
Summer Break- How to Keep the Learning Going
Summer is coming up fast! If you are anything like me, you are getting pumped up for all the fun festivals, swimming, beach time and...
10 Quotes That Teach Positive Attitude
Attitude and resiliency can go a long way when applied to education. Along with teaching academic skills, I also coach my students on how...